Malingin Falls
Cortes, Bohol · Central Visayas
- Quiet
- Nature
- Hiking
A small, secluded waterfall in the upland barangay of Patrocinio, a local secret in Cortes.
Malingin Falls is a tiny, quiet cascade in the uplands of Cortes, reached from the Corella–Balilihan road. It has been identified by the province as a community-based eco-tourism site, but development has stayed minimal, so it remains a local picnic spot rather than a managed attraction. Expect rough paths and no facilities, and ask in the barangay before heading down.
Key facts
- Type
- CascadeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ModerateHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- Daylight hours; confirm locallyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- No entrance feeNo entrance fee. The site has been closed to swimmers since May 2026, and private landowners may charge for parking.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- July to December
- Barangay
- Patrocinio
- Coordinates
- 9.7396, 123.9407
How to get to Malingin Falls
From Tagbilaran, take a jeepney or bus to Cortes or Balilihan, then a habal-habal toward Barangay Patrocinio along the Corella–Balilihan road; ask locally for the trail down to the falls.
Facilities on site
- Guide on request
Accessibility & fitness
A rough, partly unmarked trail; no facilities on site.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Malingin Falls located?
Malingin Falls is in Cortes, Bohol, within Central Visayas. Its coordinates are 9.7396, 123.9407.
How do I get to Malingin Falls?
From Tagbilaran, take a jeepney or bus to Cortes or Balilihan, then a habal-habal toward Barangay Patrocinio along the Corella–Balilihan road; ask locally for the trail down to the falls.
How much is the entrance fee at Malingin Falls?
Malingin Falls has no entrance fee. No entrance fee. The site has been closed to swimmers since May 2026, and private landowners may charge for parking. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Malingin Falls?
Malingin Falls is rated moderate on our scale. A rough, partly unmarked trail; no facilities on site. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Malingin Falls?
We describe Malingin Falls as a cascade waterfall. Water tumbles down a slope or a jumble of boulders, breaking over the rock instead of falling clear of it. Cascades tend to be wider and gentler than a plunge. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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